Shohei Ohtani’s record-breaking contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers cements his status as a baseball legend and highlights the sport’s global appeal.
Baldur’s Gate 3 wins Game of the Year at the Game Awards 2023, while the event faces criticism for not highlighting job cuts in the industry.
Fortnite and Lego have teamed up to create a new survival game mode, combining the popular block-building elements of Minecraft with Fortnite’s gameplay, in an effort to attract a wider range of players.
Tincy Jose, a nurse diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, has turned her journey into a calling to support and encourage others with the condition.
The Dendrobium orchid, known as the God Flower, is disappearing in Taiwan due to climate change, leaving the indigenous Tsou people worried about their traditions.
Celine Sandberg is using unconventional materials like crushed oyster shells and seaweed to create sustainable furniture and reduce plastic waste in the industry.
Two men arrested in France for scamming elderly people by posing as health officials and overcharging for unnecessary bedbug treatments.
UK property expert Rob Dix has created a digital clone of himself using AI software to answer questions and take on some of his workload, joining a growing trend of individuals using AI clones to scale their availability and provide instant responses to followers or clients.
Sony’s partnership with accessibility experts has resulted in the release of the Access Controller, a customizable PlayStation 5 controller designed specifically for disabled gamers.
El Salvador’s President Bukele celebrates as his Bitcoin reserve enters the black, but economists caution against premature celebration.
Google’s new AI model, Gemini, boasts advanced reasoning capabilities and outperforms human experts in intelligence tests, setting a new standard in generative AI.
BBC investigation reveals that OpenAI’s ChatGPT tool can be used to create tools for cybercrime, highlighting concerns about the potential abuse of AI.
Cash use in the UK has increased for the first time in a decade, with 19% of purchases made with cash last year, as shoppers become more budget-conscious due to rising prices, according to the British Retail Consortium.
The apple industry in Indian-administered Kashmir is facing a crisis due to fungal scab, climate change, economic hurdles, and the influx of imported apples, leading to a decline in quality and quantity and impacting the local economy.
BTS urges fans not to show up at army camps during their military service, showing responsibility and concern for others.
Taylor Swift, named Time Magazine’s person of the year for 2023, continues to dominate the music industry with her record-breaking tour and successful albums, solidifying her status as a generational talent.
Ohio woman convicted of assault for throwing a burrito bowl at a Chipotle worker sentenced to work at a fast-food job for two months.
Former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori released from prison after serving 15 years for corruption and human rights violations.
COP28 highlights concrete solutions to combat climate change, including reducing fossil fuel burning, increasing renewable energy use, switching to electric vehicles, and capturing carbon from the atmosphere.
Extreme temperatures at live music events are becoming a safety concern, as a recent incident at a Taylor Swift concert in Rio de Janeiro demonstrates.
Recruitment scams have seen a significant increase in the past year, with the amount of money stolen rising to nearly £1 million, according to City of London Police.
China’s first half-marathon featured humanoid robots racing alongside humans, showcasing remarkable advancements in robotics.
David Holmes, the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter films, reflects on his life-changing accident and the importance of friendship and resilience in his documentary, hoping to inspire others to embrace challenges and find strength in difficult times.
A severe cold snap is gripping the UK, bringing snow and health alerts for vulnerable populations.
Fans face soaring ticket prices in the US, prompting calls for reform and technological solutions.
EU legal adviser recommends overturning ruling allowing Apple to avoid €13 billion in back taxes.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expresses confidence in AI safety and highlights collaboration with Singapore government.
Rosemary Parslow, an 87-year-old natural history enthusiast, has spent decades searching for rare ferns on the Isles of Scilly, witnessing the impacts of climate change firsthand.
Sports Illustrated faces uncertainty as its publishing license is lost, leading to potential mass layoffs and an uncertain future for the iconic title.
An Australian politician protests by changing his name to Austin Trump, criticizing the Labor Party.
Great white sharks have returned to Cape Town’s beaches after four years, prompting the deployment of a team of professional shark spotters to ensure safety for both sharks and people.
A white alligator, one of only seven in the world, has been born at Gatorland in Orlando, Florida, leaving experts amazed.
King Charles III celebrated his 75th birthday with a party at Highgrove House, surrounded by friends and celebrity guests.
Scientists are using insect surveillance and climate forecasts to fight climate-fuelled diseases, developing prediction tools to understand how changes in climate and land-use impact insect-borne diseases and deliver early warning systems to help communities prepare and prevent the spread of diseases.
Breweries are using innovative techniques like arrested fermentation and vacuum distillation to create flavorful non-alcoholic beer.
